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Ingredients 3 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Chambord raspberry liqueur, divided 3 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam1 cup heavy whipping creamAssorted fresh fruit Preparation Whisk together cream cheese, 3 tablespoons Chambord and raspberry jam until very smooth. In another bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until combined. Spoon into small glasses; refrigerate. Just before serving, drizzle remaining Chambord over cream mixture....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon ketchup1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese2 hamburger buns, splitOptional: Lettuce leaves and tomato slices Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 4 thin patties. Sprinkle cheese over 2 patties; top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal....

Ingredients 1 lb. ground beef 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley, divided, plus more for garnish 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 sticks string cheese, cut into 8 pieces each Cooking spray 1 (16.3-oz.) can refrigerated biscuits 3 tbsp. melted butter 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan Preparation Step 1 Preheat oven to 350° and line a medium baking sheet with aluminum foil....

Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature2 tablespoons whole milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup chopped pecans1 cup chopped dates1/3 cup chopped maraschino cherries1-3/4 cups finely crushed cornflakes30 to 34 maraschino cherries, halved Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups butter-flavored shortening1-1/2 cups peanut butter2 cups sugar, divided1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar4 eggs3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1 package (10 ounces) Milk Duds Preparation In a large bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter, 1-1/2 cups sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. plus 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 tsp. ground cumin 2 cloves garlic c. lightly packed cilantro leaves c. lightly packed flat-leaf parsley leaves 7 tbsp. olive oil Grated zest of half an orange 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 tsp. cayenne 3/4 tsp. salt fresh-ground black pepper 4 boneless 2 plum tomatoes Preparation Step 1In a small frying pan, toast the 1 tablespoon paprika with the cumin over low heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour4 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 teaspoons salt, divided1 teaspoon sugar1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 cups sliced onions2 cups sliced green peppers2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup salsa2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon salt and sugar....

Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup Marsala wine or 3 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice plus 5 tablespoons additional reduced-sodium chicken broth1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup minced fresh parsley Preparation Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Place in a large resealable plastic bag; add salad dressing....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables1 cup Homemade Seasoned Rice Mix1/2 cup chopped onion1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 cups water1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/4 teaspoon onion salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 cup crushed potato chips Preparation In a greased 2-qt. casserole, combine chicken, vegetables, rice mix, onion and mushrooms. Combine water, soup, onion salt and thyme; mix well. Pour over the rice mixture; stir....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon saltPinch cayenne pepper2 cod fillets (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons lime juice2 tablespoons melted butter1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a small bowl, combine vegetable oil, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Sprinkle over fillets and rub evenly over all sides. Tuck any thin part of the fillets under for even cooking. Put prepared fillets in a medium or large ZIPLOC Brand Zip ’n Steam Bag, placing thicker portions toward outer edge of bag....

Ingredients 4 1/2 lb. cull lobsters 2 tbsp. canola oil 1 tbsp. garlic 1 tbsp. ginger 1 c. lobster stock 2 tbsp. sriracha 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. light soy sauce 1 lime kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. mint 4 slice sourdough bread scallion Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake the lobster claws for 5 minutes then let them cool to room temperature. Remove the meat from the claws and knuckles and set it aside....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (about 24 wafers)1/4 cup butter, meltedMOUSSE LAYERS:1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream5 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons butter, softened3/4 cup creamy peanut butter1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1 milk chocolate candy bar (3-1/2 ounces), chopped1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractGANACHE:6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped2/3 cup heavy whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation Mix wafer crumbs and melted butter. Press onto bottom of a greased 9-in....

Ingredients 6 eggs1/3 cup milk1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped green pepper4 frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed and chopped4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 green onions, chopped Preparation Prepare grill for indirect medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Pour into three 4-1/2-in. disposable foil tart pans coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese, green pepper, sausage, bacon and onions....

Ingredients 1 large bunch broccoli, separated into florets1 small red onion, coarsely chopped1 cup raisins10 to 12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbledDRESSING:3 tablespoons cider vinegar1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup sugar Preparation In a large serving bowl, combine the broccoli, onion, raisins and bacon; set aside. In a bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Just before serving, pour dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 package (3 ounces) chicken ramen noodles2 cups shredded cabbage1 cup cubed cooked chicken1/4 cup sliced green onions3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1/3 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons water4 teaspoons vegetable oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Set seasoning packet from noodles aside. Crumble the noodles into a large bowl; add the cabbage, chicken, onions and sesame seeds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, sugar, water, oil, salt, pepper and contents of seasoning packets; shake well....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)3/4 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup warm buttermilk (110° to 115°)3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/4 teaspoons salt5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup packed brown sugar4 teaspoons instant coffee granules2 teaspoons ground cinnamonICING:1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons butter, softened1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk2 teaspoons instant cappuccino mix, optional1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract...

Ingredients 5 medium apples, peeled and chopped (5 cups)3/4 cup apple cider or juice1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1 frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed1/4 cup fat-free caramel ice cream topping1 large egg1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon coarse sugarOptional: Sweetened whipped cream and additional caramel ice cream topping Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup dried figs (about 6 ounces), chopped6 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham, chopped1/3 cup pine nuts1 cup shredded provolone cheese Preparation In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened....

Ingredients 4 medium carrots, julienned1/4 cup water1/4 cup raisins2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes. Stir; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until carrots are tender.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons cornstarch2 cups cold water4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided1 bunch broccoli, chopped3 medium carrots, julienned2 tablespoons canola oil, divided1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper2 medium green peppers, cut into strips2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into strips2 medium onions, halved and sliced1 yellow summer squash, sliced1-1/2 cups salted cashewsHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, water and 2 tablespoons soy sauce until smooth; set aside....